This exceptional antique George V English sterling silver and glass claret jug has a rectangular chamfered form in the iconic Art Deco style.

The cylindrical neck of this antique claret jug is fitted with an impressive sterling silver, hallmarked mount.

The plain mount retains the original hinged, hallmarked cover surmounted by a plain lobed thumbpiece.

This antique claret jug is fitted with an impressive S shaped faceted handle.

The Art Deco style chamfered body of the jug is embellished with a broad band of vertical cut glass ornamentation, in addition to a star cut motif to the underside.

This impressive example of antique silverware was crafted by the renowned silversmiths Hukin & Heath Ltd.

Dimensions

Length from back of handle to tip of lip 14cm/5.5"

Width of body 8.8cm/3.5"

Height 23cm/9.1"

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This antique silver and glass claret jug is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

The jug has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition.

The glass body is in perfect condition.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of antique glassware.

Maker: Hukin & Heath Ltd.

Date: 1912

Origin: Birmingham, England

Can be viewed at AC Silver’s Newcastle store, online at www.acsilver.co.uk. Please quote SALES CODE SKU A6178 when enquiring about the piece.

Complimentary insurance valuation with images and text is provided with your purchase

Dimensions

Width

23.00 cm

(9.06 inches)

Depth

8.80 cm

(3.46 inches)

Stock Code

A6178

Medium

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V glass and English sterling silver mounted claret jug made by Hukin & Heath Ltd in the Art Deco style; an addition to our wine and drink related silverware collection

Signed/Inscribed

Full hallmarks struck to the surface of the mount and the part hallmarks to the cover are all very clear; the part hallmarks and first portion of the maker's mark have minor wear in keeping with age and location.